2005 Audi S4 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | 230 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
